A chemical peel is a skin-resurfacing procedure where a chemical solution is applied to the skin to remove its top layers. The new skin that grows back is usually smoother and more youthful-looking. Chemical peels can be used to treat wrinkles, discolored skin, and scars, and they can be done at different depths, from light to deep.

There are three main types of chemical peels:

Light (superficial) peel: Removes the outer layer of skin (epidermis) and is used to treat fine wrinkles, acne, uneven skin tone, and dryness. You might need to repeat the procedure every two to five weeks.

Medium peel: Removes skin cells from the epidermis and portions of the upper part of the middle layer of skin (dermis). It's used to treat wrinkles, acne scars, and uneven skin tone. You might need to repeat the procedure to achieve or maintain the desired result.

Deep peel: Removes skin cells even deeper and is used for deeper wrinkles, scars, or precancerous growths. You won't need repeat procedures to get the full effect.